Crop Management
The EPA has issued an emergency suspension of all registrations for the herbicide Dacthal (dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate, or DCPA), citing significant health risks to unborn babies. This marks the first time in nearly 40 years that the EPA has taken such an emergency action.
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In May of 2023, the 10-acre Butte County Walnut Variety Trial was planted at the Chico State Farm in Chico, California, with a goal to identify new varieties that would perform well in the region. This article dives into efforts to improve crop performance, yield since the research began. ...
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Non-bearing almonds, those that haven't yet reached a fourth growing season, need proper nutrient and water management for success. During this time, these young trees undergo a major period of root growth and develop their basic framework. ...
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Pyka has announced Heinen Brothers Agra Services as its first U.S. customer for the Pelican Spray, an autonomous electric crop protection aircraft. Heinen Brothers, one of North America’s largest ae...
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Some San Joaquin Valley growers have begun using a different way of disposing discarded grapevines and orchard wood as the region phases out open agricultural burning.
On Jan. 1, farmers in the eig...
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The USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released the Watersheds report, a new addition to the 2022 Census of Agriculture data series. This report, the first of six Subject Serie...
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Valent U.S.A. has named John Smith as its new vice president of sales, a role in which he will lead and direct the sales for Valent’s products across North America. He will also serve as Valent’s ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced updates to the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Farm Loan Programs, effective Sept. 25, 2024. These changes are aimed at boosting financial stabili...
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